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Appliance Installation: Professional Or Do It Yourself
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Published: September 6, 2007
In most cases, when replacing old appliances, consumers may want to save money by installing their new gear on their own. Purchasing new appliances is an expensive proposition, and the desire to do it yourself and save the installation cost is a natural inclination for consumers. Beware, however; not all appliances are created equal.
Some are more complex than others, and as such, it may be advantageous to purchase professional appliance installation.
For the "do it yourself” inclined consumer, most appliances do not require professional installation. Those that decide to go this route need to do their homework first. The amateur installer will need to select new appliances compatible with power and utility requirements of their old ones. For example, replacing an electric dryer with a gas dryer may complicate installation if there is no gas line in the laundry room. Even if the consumer is replacing their electric dryer with another one, they will need to know that the new appliance has the same power requirements as their old one. While installation of a new dryer qualifies as a do it yourself project, installing gas lines and new electrical configurations usually do not.
Another consideration for those looking to save money is the size of most appliances prohibits doing the job without at least some help. Consider that a washing machine is weighted with concrete in order to prevent it from walking during its spin cycle. If one could manage the weight of most appliances, he or she would still need help due to the bulky nature of these types of items. It is quite possible that the cost of professional installation may be comparable to what one might spend on incentives for a helper or helpers.
The cost of professional appliance installation varies depending upon the appliances involved. The cost of a gas or electric dryer is quite reasonable at around $50, and the installation cost of a washing machine is considerably less. One can expect to pay more for the installation of their appliances if additional parts or labor are required. A new dishwasher, for example, can run as much as $260 due to labor-intensive nature of such an installation. This price may, or may not, include the additional parts required because the old drainage hose, and other connective parts, are not reusable. When purchasing professional installation, read the fine print on the contract, and ask the installer if an installation kit is included in the cost.
There are advantages to paying for installation of new appliances. Professional installation generally includes the removal of the old appliance. Also, professional installers are responsible for any damage done to the appliance during transport or installation. A person installing it themselves would likely have to pay for any such damage. The fact that professionals are accustomed to handling the girth of major appliances may be worth the extra cost. If one decides upon the do it yourself route, he or she will find out quickly if they have bitten off more than they can chew. Just know it is never too late to seek professional installation. There is no shame in getting professional help with appliances when the alternatives are a strained back at the very least, and at worst a leaking gas line with explosive potential.
Sources:
"Abt Installation Price List." Abtelectronics.com. 5 Sept. 2007. http://www.abtelectronics.com/custserv/install_pri ce_guide_redo.php3.
"Installing a Dishwasher: The Basics." Hometips.com. 4 Sept. 2007. http://www.hometips.com/articles/dishwasher.html.< br />
"How to Install a Washer and Dryer." Doityourself.com. 4 Sept. 2007. http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-install-a- washer-and-dryer.
For the "do it yourself” inclined consumer, most appliances do not require professional installation. Those that decide to go this route need to do their homework first. The amateur installer will need to select new appliances compatible with power and utility requirements of their old ones. For example, replacing an electric dryer with a gas dryer may complicate installation if there is no gas line in the laundry room. Even if the consumer is replacing their electric dryer with another one, they will need to know that the new appliance has the same power requirements as their old one. While installation of a new dryer qualifies as a do it yourself project, installing gas lines and new electrical configurations usually do not.
Another consideration for those looking to save money is the size of most appliances prohibits doing the job without at least some help. Consider that a washing machine is weighted with concrete in order to prevent it from walking during its spin cycle. If one could manage the weight of most appliances, he or she would still need help due to the bulky nature of these types of items. It is quite possible that the cost of professional installation may be comparable to what one might spend on incentives for a helper or helpers.
The cost of professional appliance installation varies depending upon the appliances involved. The cost of a gas or electric dryer is quite reasonable at around $50, and the installation cost of a washing machine is considerably less. One can expect to pay more for the installation of their appliances if additional parts or labor are required. A new dishwasher, for example, can run as much as $260 due to labor-intensive nature of such an installation. This price may, or may not, include the additional parts required because the old drainage hose, and other connective parts, are not reusable. When purchasing professional installation, read the fine print on the contract, and ask the installer if an installation kit is included in the cost.
There are advantages to paying for installation of new appliances. Professional installation generally includes the removal of the old appliance. Also, professional installers are responsible for any damage done to the appliance during transport or installation. A person installing it themselves would likely have to pay for any such damage. The fact that professionals are accustomed to handling the girth of major appliances may be worth the extra cost. If one decides upon the do it yourself route, he or she will find out quickly if they have bitten off more than they can chew. Just know it is never too late to seek professional installation. There is no shame in getting professional help with appliances when the alternatives are a strained back at the very least, and at worst a leaking gas line with explosive potential.
Sources:
"Abt Installation Price List." Abtelectronics.com. 5 Sept. 2007. http://www.abtelectronics.com/custserv/install_pri ce_guide_redo.php3.
"Installing a Dishwasher: The Basics." Hometips.com. 4 Sept. 2007. http://www.hometips.com/articles/dishwasher.html.< br />
"How to Install a Washer and Dryer." Doityourself.com. 4 Sept. 2007. http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-install-a- washer-and-dryer.
